Cairn

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1. Noun

A rounded or conical heap of stones erected by early inhabitants of the British Isles, apparently as a sepulchral monument.

2. Noun

A pile of stones heaped up as a landmark, or to arrest attention, as in surveying, or in leaving traces of an exploring party, etc.

3. Noun

small rough-haired breed of terrier from Scotland
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